Meet This Author: Meet Jesse Lorenzo

Hey everyone, Jessi here! *waves*

Today we have an interview with Jesse Lorenzo. If you don’t know who she is, you can find her on Amazon, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Goodreads, and her own website!

The questions are in BLUE, Jesse’s answers are in RED, and any responses I make are in PURPLE!

1. Please tell us a little about yourself and your background.

Yikes! I'm terrible at talking about myself. Let's see... I'm an identical twin and my sister and I still share a psychic connection.For example, she knew just moments before my water broke that it was going to happen and she called my hubby at the crack of dawn. He thought she was nuts until I started shouting.lol That really freaked him out!

I met, fell in love at first sight and married my handsome hubby in a whirlwind romance. We have three beautiful daughters (poor guy is surrounded by chicks) and one fur baby. I'm obsessed over coffee, I'm a bit of a tomboy, I love all things outdoorsy, and if it was socially acceptable, I would live off the grid. And I love books Books BOOKS.

My mom is an identical twin too! That is so awesome! My sister has twins, but they are boy/girl and not identical.

2. What were you like in school?

I was definitely a storyteller during lunch time. My ultimate goal was to try and get my friends to either spit out their food or pee their pants from laughter. I love the sound of belly laughter. Best sound in the world.

3. Did you always know that you wanted to write?

Nope. I didn't believe that was in the cards for me then. I wanted to be a veterinarian. I love animals and I don't mind getting my hands dirty. I always considered myself a pretty wild storyteller. It wasn't until 2013 when an intense nightmare had me scribbling down details so that it would never be forgotten. Once I started, I couldn't stop. Characters were formed and, pretty soon, I had a few chapters written out. It was the best thing I could've done.

4. What are your ambitions in regards to your writing career?

Now that I've started, I can't stop. I love the freedom in writing, creating new worlds and characters that you love and hate. I will continue to write as long as I have inspired ideas, which I don't think will stop any time soon.

5. What writers (if any) have inspired you?

Robert McCammon (I love you! And I hope you see this!) The man, the myth, the legend... Mr. Stephen King! My two favs.

6. What have you written?

My debut novel in my Marked Series, Forever Marked, released in August of 2015. I was thrilled to be a part of an anthology with 11 other amazing authors titled, Tales of The Night (my short story is titled Beauty Beneath the Mask) which released around Halloween. Book 2 in the Marked series, Beyond Redemption, released February of 2016. I am currently involved in another anthology with 7 other authors titled, When Summer Came Calling, which is due to release July 12th of 2016. Book 3 in my Marked Series, Past Forgiven is set to be released later this year.

7. Give us an insight into your current writings. Who is your main character and what does he or she do that makes him or her so special?

I am just starting a new WIP I'm titling Defied Perception. My MC is Lilith Donoan, she is on a quest to find more people who battle with her same "condition". She is very special. There are forces out there that are trying to harness her mind's abilities and to study her unique perception of the world around her. But she is a force to be reckoned with who won't go down without a fight, and defies them all.

It's in the beginning stages, so it's hard for me to explain. I'm a pantser, so I figure out what will happen along the way. Lol

This sounds very interesting and I can't wait until it comes out!

8. What genre are your books?

My Marked Series is romantic suspense, both anthologies are contemporary romance, and I am in the process of writing a paranormal and dystopian.

9. What draws you to a particular genre?

I do not discriminate. I love all genres. If the blurb draws me in, I'll read it. I am a sucker for suspenseful reads.

10. What actors/actresses would you like to see playing the leading rolls to your latest book?

Oh my gosh! Good question. Hmmm. My male lead, Behr, would be played by Luca Calvani. My Female lead, Ellora, would be played by Nina Dobrev. I love her! The Villain's would be... Giddeon played by Michael Malarkey, Dalton played by Alexander Skarsgard, and Detective Dominick Antonelli by Ben McKenzie (Gothom)

That’s certainly an interesting line-up!

11. Do you write every day? If so, do you aim for a certain amount of words/pages per day?

Yes, I love to write every day! I just wish my hands worked as fast as my mind does.

12. What do you feel is the hardest thing about writing? The easiest?

The hardest thing about writing is finding the time, especially in the summer with all three of my girls home. I usually end up waiting until after they are in bed so I have peace and quiet.

The easiest thing about writing is getting into the character’s world. Sometimes, at night, when I am deep into a scene, it feels like I am watching it happen.

13. Do you ever get writer’s block? If so, do you have any tips on how to get through the dreaded writer’s block for other writers?

Not yet. I set up a playlist for each scene I am writing to help set up my emotions. Alternative rock or something dark for suspenseful scenes, slow instrumental tear jerkers for sad scenes and cheesy love songs for romance scenes. I also hand write in a notebook with my favorite grippy pen when my eyes are bored at staring at my MAC. For some reason, handwriting scenes helps to open up my creativity.

That is some great advice! Writing in a notebook with a change of scene could help a lot of writers with writers block!

14. Do you proofread and edit your own work? If not, how do you select the person/company that proofreads and edits your work?

No way. I am a storyteller. I will leave the proofreading and editing to my lovely editors and betas. Lol I need all the help I can get.

We have some great editors here at C. M. Wright’s Author Services! You should check out our website. We also offer a free editing sample!

15. Who designs your book covers and how do you choose different aspects for your covers?

Airicka's Mystical Creations designed all three of my Marked Series covers. I love her to the moon and back. She gets me. I describe what I want and she delivers. I have a thing for eye contact and showing crucial emotions, so each book in the series showcases a main character.

16. What are your thoughts on good/bad reviews?

I love all reviews/reviewers and appreciate each one. Yes, even the bad ones. I shake it off and take in what they're saying. If it is something I can grow from and change in the next book, I consider that an invaluable win for me.

I’m so thrilled that so many authors think the same as you do when it comes to bad reviews!

17. What are your views on social networking? Which social networking sites work best for you?

I am on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. I am still not sure what works and what doesn't. I still feel pretty green. I do feel it is a great way to meet and talk with potential readers.

18. What do you think of trailers for books? Do you have any trailers for your books?

Ooooh, I love book trailers! I've seen some pretty spectacular ones. I don't have one, but I would love to have one made for my series.

C. M. Wright’s Author Services has some great designers that would love to help you out when it comes to trailers! I’ve seen some really good work coming from them lately!

19. What is your favorite motivational phrase/positive saying?

Give every day the chance to become the most beautiful one of your life.

20. Describe yourself in three words.

Oh geez. I'm terrible at talking about myself like that. It always feels like oh, look at me, I'm so awesome! Lol!

Okay. 1. Positive 2. Driven 3. Charming

Runs in my hidey-hole.

Jesse, thank you so much for taking the time to answer my interview questions. I have really enjoyed learning about you and I'm sure my readers will as well. I can’t wait to read your next book!

So many wonderful authors, so little time!

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Forever Marked (Book 1)